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(a) General component requirements. We recommend that you use an analyzer that meets the specifications in §1065.205. Note that your system must meet the linearity verification in §1065.307.
(b) Instrument types. You may use any of the following analyzers to measure NH 3 :
(1) Nondispersive ultraviolet (NDUV) analyzer.
(2) Fourier transform infrared (FTIR) analyzer. Use appropriate analytical procedures for interpretation of infrared spectra. For example, EPA Test Method 320 (see §1065.266(c)) and ASTM D6348 (incorporated by reference, see §1065.1010) are considered valid methods for spectral interpretation.
(3) Laser infrared analyzer. Examples of laser infrared analyzers are pulsed-mode high-resolution narrow-band mid-infrared analyzers, modulated continuous wave high-resolution narrow band near and mid-infrared analyzers, and modulated continuous-wave high-resolution near-infrared analyzers. A quantum cascade laser, for example, can emit coherent light in the mid-infrared region where NH 3 and other nitrogen compounds can effectively absorb the laser's energy.
(c) Sampling system. Minimize NH 3 losses and sampling artifacts related to NH 3 adsorbing to surfaces by using sampling system components (sample lines, prefilters and valves) made of stainless steel or PTFE heated to (110 to 202) °C. If surface temperatures exceed ≥130 °C, take steps to prevent any DEF in the sample gas from thermally decomposing and hydrolyzing to form NH 3 . Use a sample line that is as short as practical.
(d) Interference verification. Certain species can positively interfere with NDUV, FTIR, and laser infrared analyzers by causing a response similar to NH 3 . Perform interference verification as follows:
(1) Perform SO 2 and H 2 O interference verification for NDUV analyzers using the procedures of §1065.372, replacing occurances of NO X with NH 3 . NDUV analyzers must have combined interference that is within (0.0 ±2.0) µmol/mol.
(2) Perform interference verification for FTIR and laser infrared analyzers using the procedures of §1065.377. Use good engineering judgment to determine interference species. Note that interference species, with the exception of H 2 O, are dependent on the NH 3 infrared absorption band chosen by the instrument manufacturer. Determine interference species under this paragraph (d)(2) that are appropriate for each NH 3 infrared absorption band, or you may identify the interference species based on the instrument manufacturer's recommendations.
[89 FR 29797, Apr. 22, 2024]
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